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Prescription Safety and Medical Review Policy PBH Health LLC PBH Health LLC is committed to safe, ethical, and compliant prescribing practices in accordance with applicable federal and state medical regulations, telehealth standards, and professional clinical guidelines. 1. Medical Evaluation Requirement Medications prescribed through PBH Health are issued only after a clinical evaluation conducted by a licensed healthcare provider. Clinical evaluations may include: Review of medical history Assessment of symptoms and treatment goals Review of current medications and contraindications Evaluation of risk factors and potential adverse effects Additional medical documentation may be required before a prescription is issued. 2. Clinical Decision-Making Prescribing decisions are based solely on the independent medical judgment of licensed healthcare professionals. PBH Health does not guarantee that any medication will be prescribed. Providers may determine that: A medication is not medically appropriate Additional evaluation is required In-person care is necessary 3. Controlled Substances PBH Health follows all applicable federal and state laws governing controlled substances. Controlled medications may only be prescribed when: The prescribing clinician holds an active DEA registration The clinician is licensed in the patient’s state Prescribing complies with DEA and state regulatory requirements Appropriate medical necessity is documented Additional safeguards may include: Identity verification Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) review Ongoing clinical monitoring Treatment agreements when appropriate 4. Monitoring and Follow-Up Patients receiving prescription medications may be required to participate in ongoing monitoring. Monitoring may include: Follow-up telehealth visits Clinical progress reviews Laboratory testing where medically indicated Review of medication adherence and treatment response Failure to participate in required monitoring may result in discontinuation of treatment. 5. Prescription Fulfillment Prescriptions issued by PBH Health may be transmitted electronically to licensed pharmacies. PBH Health does not control pharmacy dispensing practices and cannot guarantee medication availability. 6. Patient Safety Patients are advised to: Use medications only as prescribed Report side effects promptly Inform providers of any changes in health status Avoid sharing medications with others Misuse of medications or violation of treatment agreements may result in termination of care. 7. Fraud Prevention and Compliance PBH Health maintains internal compliance procedures to ensure responsible prescribing practices, including: Clinical documentation review Compliance with telehealth regulations Quality assurance monitoring Reporting obligations where required by law 8. Emergency Situations PBH Health services are not intended to replace emergency medical care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency should call 911 or seek immediate medical attention.